Barak (20260915-06)

My story

Barak was left at the gates of the shelter in a box along with 4 female siblings (including Michelle who is also coming to Canada). They were about 7 months old at the time and all very thin and afraid. They took a while to adjust to life at the shelter and learn how to trust again but are now very well adapted and doing well. They have all been at the shelter for almost 3 years now and are ready for their forever homes. Barak is sociable with dogs and people; he gets a bit nervous in unfamiliar places but becomes very affectionate once he feels confident. He barks at strangers out of fear but stops as soon as he smells and gets to know them. He tends to seek reassurance from people. Barak can be a bit nervous at first but once he knows you - you are his person for life. He takes every opportunity for affection from people and will sometimes create his own opportunity by coming over and sitting on your feet. He is a sweet, gentle and loving boy and will thrive having a family of his own. He is great around other dogs and shies away from conflict. Medical Notes: Treated for Ehrlichia, anaplasmosis & dermatitis Good with men: Yes, he has had positive interactions with male caregivers and with the male veterinarian Good with women: Yes Good with kids: Yes, older children recommended as his interactions with kids has been limited Good with other dogs: Yes Good with cats: Unknown House trained: Unknown, he has never been in a house before; however, in the area the he is currently living in, there is an interior and exterior area and he knows to go to the bathroom outside on the gravel, versus on the tiled area where he sleeps. House training will be required when he is introduced into a home environment. Crate trained: No Energy Level: Medium Can be handled/touched: Yes, he can be a bit shy at first but he did well for his grooming and vet examination and enjoys affection from people he knows Barker: Occasionally, when he is nervous of new people Flight risk: Yes, after a long and stressful travel day from Mexico and being introduced to an entirely new environment, with new people and nothing being familiar he will be quite nervous and may try to run. Extra precautions should be taken to ensure he cannot escape a home or vehicle while he settles in. Food aggressive: No. Walks on leash: Yes, in progress Leash reactive to people or dogs: No Rides well in car: Yes, he has had minimal experience in cars, but when he has been in a car, he has sat watching out the window Destructive: No known destructive behaviours Needs a home with a yard: Preferred Needs a home with another dog: Could benefit from another confident dog in the house but not a necessity Can live in an apartment: Yes, as long as he receives regular exercise and enrichment Please visit our website niagaradogrescue.com to learn more about this amazing pet and to see other available dogs.

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